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The Eastern-GA
Five time Grammy Award winner Victor Wooten has been heralded as "the Michael Jordan of the bass" and "one of the most fearless musicians on the planet." His talent has led to invitations to record and perform with such luminaries as Bootsy Collins, Branford Marsalis, Keb Mo, Chic Corea, The Dave Matthews Band and the legendary Moroccan group Nass El Ghiwane, to name just a few. He is also a founding member of the super-group Béla Fleck and the Flecktones.
Gerrard Allman Presents is proud to announce the return of Victor Wooten to Australia for a run of headline shows in May and June 2023. In an Australian first, Victor will be performing with his band of (literal) brothers – The Wooten Brothers. Joseph (keys / vocals), Roy (percussion/vocals) and Regi (guitar/vocals).
For over four decades The Wooten Brothers have been recognised as some of the most innovative musicians in existence and are collectively known as one of the most talented and dynamic band of brothers the world has ever known. Since they were young, the five brothers (Rudy – a saxophonist, sadly passed away in 2010) have been a musical tour-de-force redefining the limits of jazz, funk, soul, R&B, rock and bluegrass. Sons of military parents, the boys early years were spent living in Hawaii, California and Virginia – where they shared the stages with the likes of Curtis Mayfield, The Temptations, and many others. In the mid-1980s, the brothers released an album as The Wootens for Clive Davis’ Arista Records.
Kicking off with 2 shows at Melbourne’s Memo Music Hall on Wednesday 24 and Thursday 25 May, the tour also takes in Adelaide’s The Gov on May 26, Freo Social Club in WA on May 27, Sydney’s Manning Bar on May 30 and Lizotte’s Newcastle on May 31 before finishing up at Brisbane’s Princess Theatre on June 1. Tickets to all shows are on sale now. Don’t miss.
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The entertainment and venue were perfect! Just the right sized space, great musicians, and well staffed for security. We hope to see The Wooten Brothers again,, and for some of the future entertainment choices at The Wilma.
I had expected a good show knowing the talent of the musicians, but it was so much more. The brothers really shared the love of players as family. The upbeat music had the jazz-rock fusion vibe with a twist of funk. And the Delmar Hall is a more intimate setting then most venue's in the area. The building is large enough to have some elbow room and the staff was friendly and professional. A truly enjoyable evening. I highly recommend that anyone that has a chance to see the Wooten Brothers see them.All quality seasoned musicians, and the bond of family making music together is a true joy to feel and hear. Thanks to Delmar Hall for bringing in such quality entertainment.
The Wooten Brothers were amazing musically and in presentation. The venue was ideal for them because it felt intimate but large enough to hold a good crowd. Venue staff were friendly and helpful. One negative from my perspective: The bass drum amplification tended to cover the bass guitar and the rest of the drum set. I like a strong bass drum but, for my ears, a little less BD would be good.
The Wooten brothers are legends. I didn't realize the level of talent that all the brothers had. To be honest, I only knew Victor but was blown away by the musicianship of all four brothers. They played jazz, classical piano, rock, r&b and of course funk. Incredible show - one of the best I've seen in my four decades on earth.
Victor Wooten and the Wooten Bros. are a family of musical savants. You can tell that they are genuinely enjoying the music they’ve created. Their performance ranges from funky fun, deep and romantic, and everything in between taking you on a journey through the 70s, 80s, 90s, and current day hits. It was so fun and they splash some humor into the show as well. I would see them again in a heartbeat and recommend any music lover to do the same.
The Wooten Brothers of course have an abundance of talent! But, when you see them in concert, you leave with falling in love with all of their personalities! It's so refreshing to hear such a variety of amazing music and brotherly love. HIGHLY recommend!
Band was EXCELLENT but the venue was terrible. At least in the balcony it was hard wooden seats that were peeling veneer and weren’t even numbered so no one knew for sure where to sit
The Wooten Brothers are off-the-charts musically brilliant and born performers. What a show at the lovely Birchmere!
The Wooten Brothers play with a mix of musical excellence and pure joy. It was a thrill to see them move so well between funk, R&B, jazz, fusion, Motown and even some rock and roll. Thank you !
Victor and company did not disappoint! They were outstanding!
